So, what really is trauma? What happens in the trauma counselling process? When should you see a trauma therapist? What does the trauma counselling process involve? Life can sometimes unfold itself in ways that we least expect it to be. From personal tragedy to a global crisis or even being a victim of a violent … Read more
When I decided to open a counselling business in 2009, I knew it was a risk and an adventure that I was ready to take on. Here are 5 things that I learned on my journey. I hope that this information helps and encourages other counsellors and psychologists who are thinking of opening a practice. 5 … Read more
Anxiety Counselling Symptoms of Anxiety Anxiety Disorders How a psychologist can help you with treatment for anxiety Self Care Strategies for Anxiety Anxiety Therapy Perth When anxiety hits, it can be debilitating. It becomes a disrupter to your life. It makes everyday tasks feel impossible and overwhelming. Stressors that would normally be easy to get … Read more
Would you rather be proactive, rather than reactive? Anger is an emotion that we have all experienced at one (or many) stage of our lives. Often times, when we experience an emotion that isn’t happy, we attribute it as something bad. This isn’t necessarily the case, especially with emotions like anger. We feel the need … Read more
More and more businesses are starting to recognise the benefits brought to their employee’s health and well being by offering an Employee Assistance Program (EAP). Employee Assistance Programs are having a positive knock on effect directly to businesses, through staff attendance and importantly, productivity. An EAP is a work-based intervention. It is designed to enhance … Read more
Finding a counsellor who you click with and who really gets you can sometimes be a tricky task. The thought of opening up to a stranger (though a trained professional) can be scary! In a similar sense that not every person you come across will become your next best friend, finding the right counsellor may … Read more
The Importance Of Counselling For Your Overall Mental Health According to the World Health Organization or WHO, mental health is the state of well being where a person recognizes his or her potential. The person can work fruitfully, contribute to the community and be able to handle and cope with the stress life may bring. … Read more
Death is an inevitable part of life, yet the gift of a being’s life seems to bring us so much joy that we forget mortality as a fact. This is a good thing as the love, appreciation and sense of connection we experience with a significant other is what contributes to giving our life a sense … Read more
When you work as a carer, you develop a special bond with the individual/s you care for. This bond is different than that of a family members or friends, and when carers grief and loss occurs, the grieving process can be quite different. Unlike other experiences of loss, the losses associated with a caring role may … Read more
